Grab some popcorn and tune into these upcoming Atlanta film festivals
Thursday, April 4-Sunday, April 14
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Atlanta’s most prominent celebration of the cinematic arts makes its return. The festival, one of only two dozen Academy Award qualifying festivals in the United States, brings the biggest and best of the industry to come out for a diverse variety of screenings, panels, workshops and more. Stay tuned for the festival’s program this year to be announced soon.
Tuesday, April 23-Sunday, April 28
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The Milledgeville Film Fest celebrates its sixth year of showcasing the hidden treasure trove of Georgia’s film industry. From short films to features, from horror to romance, there’s something for everyone to latch on to and remember from this entertaining event.
Monday, April 25-Thursday, April 28
Plaza Theatre
1049 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE
For those with a more exotic taste, this is the festival for you. Cinema Italy brings the best of Italian film and filmmaking to the West. Get the chance to see these five exceptional films that promote Italian culture and find out which one wins the top prize for Best Film.
The American Youth Film Festival
Wednesday, June 12-Saturday, June 15
The Westin Peachtree Plaza
210 Peachtree St. NW
Celebrate the diverse voices in today’s young artists with the American Youth Film Festival. From elementary to college, this is an event that showcases the vitality of our country’s youth and how their love of filmmaking will surely change the world.